Quick Answer
Slow Start is streaming on Crunchyroll. 12 episodes (~5h total watch time). Availability may vary by region.
Where to Watch Slow Start
Slow Start is officially streaming on Crunchyroll. Availability depends on your region, so we've also listed search links for other major platforms below.
Confirmed Streaming Platforms
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About Slow Start
The story centers around 17-year-old Hana Ichinose, who unbeknownst to her classmates, was a year late in enrolling into high school. Although it may not seem like a big deal, it is a big deal to her. She wants to catch up with everyone else someday. <br></br> (Source: Anime News Network)
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Where can I watch Slow Start legally?
Right now, Slow Start is on Crunchyroll. That said, anime licensing varies a lot by country — what's on Netflix in Japan might not be on Netflix in the US. If your go-to platform doesn't have it, try the other services listed above.
Is Slow Start on Netflix or Crunchyroll?
It's confirmed on Crunchyroll. Netflix availability depends on your region — some countries have it, others don't.
Is Slow Start available with an English dub?
Dub availability depends on the platform. Crunchyroll has been expanding their dubbed library a lot recently, and Funimation (now merged into Crunchyroll) historically had the biggest dub catalog. Check each platform's listing for Slow Start.
Can I watch Slow Start for free?
Crunchyroll offers a free ad-supported tier for some shows. Most other platforms require a subscription, but many offer free trials for new users. Tubi and Pluto TV occasionally have anime in their free rotation too.